Study In Italy

Destination for international students

Study In Italy

Italy is a popular destination for international students. It offers quality higher education with more affordable tuition fees than other Western European countries. There are around 32,000 international students in Italy, including independent students and those on exchange programmes. With a rich history and tradition of higher education, Italy is always an attractive option for students.

Cost of Studying & Living in Italy

Tuition fees at Italian institutions vary, but they are generally lower than in other parts of Europe. This makes Italian universities an enticing proposition for foreign students. International students in Italy have a chance to receive a quality higher education at an affordable cost.

The cost of tuition will vary at each institution. However, you should expect to pay more if you choose to attend a private university. A bachelor’s course will, on average, cost €900 to €4,000 per year at a public institution. Fees at a private institution usually cost, on average, €6,000 to €20,000 per year. If you are from the EU or EEA, you probably won’t pay more than Italian citizens. Other international students should expect higher course costs.

There are options to help you fund your studies. All students (Italian and International) can apply for financial help. The funding will be distributed according to your financial situation and academic merit. If you receive support, this can help with tuition fees, accommodation fees and other living costs. Contact your chosen institution for information about what financial support they can offer to you.

In Italy institutions do not normally have halls of residence. They do however offer services to help you find a place to live. This can include university owned housing, or helping you find suitable private housing. Private renting in Italy is the more expensive option, so make sure you budget for this!

Getting a part-time job is a great way to help fund your studies in Italy. As an EU student, you are able to work without additional permission. As a non-EU student, your visa will dictate if you are permitted to have paid employment whilst you study. If you are allowed to work, it will probably only be up to 20 hours a week. This means that you should not rely on this to fund your studies. If you do wish to get a job, it may be helpful if you have some Italian language skills.

Cities

  1. Rome:Rome The capital city of Italy, Rome is home to around 4.3 million residents. This makes it the fourth most populous city in the EU. Rome’s history spans over 28 centuries, and it is one of the oldest continuously occupied sites in Europe. The historic centre of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with sites such as the Colosseum and the Vatican. Due to its rich culture and history, Rome is perfect for foreign students and has something to offer everyone.Rome is an international centre for higher education, boasting many universities, colleges and academies in a variety of different fields.
  2. Milan:The city of Milan has just over 1.3 million residents, making it the second most populous city in Italy after Rome. It has strengths in many fields, including finance, design and fashion. Milan is known as the world’s fashion and design capital, and hosts the Milan Fashion Week. The many art galleries and museums are visited by millions of people every year, and are home to some of the most important art collections in the world, including works by Leonardo da Vinci.There are 14 higher education institutions in Milan, offering courses in many different areas.
  3. Florence:Florence is the capital city of the Tuscany region of Italy. The city’s historic centre has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982, and Forbes ranked the city as one of the most beautiful in the world. The city is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, and has an interesting and turbulent political history, including periods of rule under the Medici family. Florence has numerous museums and art galleries, and is home to plenty of breathtaking architecture.

QUICK FACTS

  • • Name : Repubblica Italiana (Italian Republic)

  • Climate : Temperate climate with regional variations

  • Population : 61.3 million (2013)

  • Capital : Rome

  • Government : Democracy, Republic

  • GDP : 2071.31 billion US dollars (2013)

  • Language : Italian as well as German, French and Latin in some regions in Northern Italy

  • Currency : Euro
  • Number of universities : 89

WHY STUDY IN ITALY?

  • Home to one of the oldest Universities in the Western world (The University of Bologna)
  • 15 Italian universities finds place in the list of Top 200 universities in the world
  • Courses designed in collaboration with companies thus increasing employability
  • English is the prime medium of instruction
  • Italian language and intensive Italian programs are taught at all levels, from beginning to advance levels
  • Scholarships Fee waivers, Free housing ,refectory meal tickets are provided for deserving students
  • IELTS /TOEFL not required.
  • Ranks among the 8 most industrialized countries in the world
  • 6 months stay back available
  • Opportunity to work 20 hours per week
  • Home to thousands of industries –ship building, Aircraft commercial vehicles, electrical goods, textiles etc offering excellent job opportunities
  • Extremely warm & co-operative people
  • Extensive transport network of train and bus offers endless opportunities to explore
  • Has reputation for its rich (but surprisingly healthy) Mediterranean diet
  • Italy Milan is the world capital of fashion

The Italian Higher Education System

Italian higher education system consists of two main articulations: the university sector and the non-university sector.

Currently the university sector comprise of 89 university institutions out of which

  • 58 State universities and 17 non-State universities (legally recognized by the State).
  • 2 Universities for foreigners.
  • 6 Higher schools specialized in postgraduate university studies.
  • 6 Telematic universities.

The non-university sector includes 4 education typologies with their institutions:

•Higher schools of design : polytechnics for the arts, academies of fine arts, higher institutes for applied arts, music conservatories and recognized music institutes, higher institutes for musical and choreographic studies, national academies etc

INTAKE

• The academic year comprise of two semesters. The first semester starts in September/October and ends in January/February. The second semester starts in February and ends in July.

*Intakes may vary from university to university.

COST OF EDUCATION

  • Approximately 3300 Euros per year, fee may vary depending on the university and course of study.
  • For Specialized degree and doctoral courses the fee would be on a higher side.

COST OF LIVING

•Varies considerably depending on location, though comes between 1000 and 1500 Euros.

WORK RIGHTS AND STAY BACK

• Stay back of 6-12 months for masters/PhD and part time work rights of 20 hours per week